Maaman (transl. Uncle) is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy action drama film written and directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj starring Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles,[1] alongside Rajkiran, Swasika and Bala Saravanan, Baba Bhaskar, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, Geetha Kailasam and others in important roles. The film is produced by K. Kumar under his Lark Studios banner.
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| Directed by | Prasanth Pandiyaraj |
| Written by | Prasanth Pandiyaraj |
| Produced by | K. Kumar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Dinesh Purushothaman |
| Edited by | Ganesh Siva |
| Music by | Hesham Abdul Wahab |
Production company | Lark Studios |
| Distributed by | Sri Kumaran Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Maaman is scheduled to release in theatres on 16 May 2025.
Cast
editProduction
editOn 19 August 2024, before the theatrical release of Kottukkaali (2024),[2] Soori announced his next project in the lead role with Bruce Lee (2017) and Vilangu (2022) fame Prasanth Pandiyaraj.[3] The film marks the consecutive collaboration of K. Kumar's Lark Studios, with Soori after Garudan (2024).[4] On 16 December 2024, the title of the film Maaman was revealed after an inaugural pooja cermony[5] in Trichy following which the production began.[6] Aishwarya Lekshmi was cast as the female lead[7] while Rajkiran was chosen for an important role[8] alongside Swasika, Bala Saravanan, Baba Bhaskar, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, Geetha Kailasam and others in supporting roles.[9] The film has cinematography handled by Dinesh Purushothaman, editing done by Ganesh Siva and music composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab.[10] A few days before the release date announcement, Sivakarthikeyan made a surprise visit to the film's sets, sharing an emotional moment with Soori, with whom he had previously collaborated in Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam (2013), Rajini Murugan (2016), and Don (2022).[11]
Music
edit| Maaman | ||||
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| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Label | Think Music | |||
| Producer | Hesham Abdul Wahab | |||
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The soundtrack and background is composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab.[12] Think Music acquired the audio rights.[13]
Release
editTheatrical
editMaaman is scheduled to release in theatres on 16 May 2025.[14] AV Media Consultancy acquired the distribution rights of the film for Karnataka.[15]
References
edit- ^ "Maaman first look OUT: Soori's film to have a release window in summer 2025". OTTPlay. 17 January 2025. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori announces a new film with Prasanth Pandiyaraj ahead of 'Kottukkaali' release". The Times of India. 19 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 20 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori's next to be helmed by Prashanth Pandiyaraj of 'Vilangu' fame". The Hindu. 19 August 2024. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 13 January 2025. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "After Garudan, Soori signs next with Vilangu director Prasanth Pandiyaraj". The Indian Express. 19 August 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ B, Jayabhuvaneshwari (16 December 2024). "Soori's next with Prasanth Pandiyaraj titled Maaman". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 17 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi team up for Prashanth Pandiraj's directorial 'Maaman'". The Times of India. 16 December 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 8 January 2025. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "'Maaman': Aishwarya Lekshmi joins the cast of Soori's film with 'Vilangu' fame Prashanth Pandiyaraj". The Hindu. 16 December 2024. Archived from the original on 30 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori, Aishwarya Lekshmi join hands for Maman". DT Next. 16 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Maaman First Look: Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi starrer entertainer set for summer 2025 release". PINKVILLA. 17 January 2025. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ B, Jayabhuvaneshwari (16 December 2024). "Soori's next with Prasanth Pandiyaraj titled Maaman". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 17 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Sivakarthikeyan surprises Soori on the sets of 'Maaman'; Fans celebrate their brotherly bond". The Times of India. 12 April 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 15 April 2025.
- ^ "Soori and Aishwarya Lekshmi to headline a new Tamil film". The New Indian Express. 17 December 2024. Retrieved 18 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori's Film With Prasanth Pandiyaraj Titled Maaman, Aishwarya Lekshmi Joins The Team". Times Now. 16 December 2024. Archived from the original on 26 December 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Soori's 'Maaman' to release on May 16". DT Next. IANS. 14 April 2025. Retrieved 14 April 2025.
- ^ Venkatesh [@venkatavmedia] (10 March 2025). "#Maaman An unforgettable Rural Entertainer hitting theatres this Summer ☀️ An AV Media Consultancy Release in Karnataka thru @JayannaFilms" (Tweet). Retrieved 10 March 2025 – via Twitter.